Hey there, Zoom session hosts! We know that keeping your audience engaged during a live lecture on something as detailed as fixed income can be a real challenge. But here's the thing - the more engaged your attendees are, the more they'll take away from your session. It's not just about keeping them awake, but about making sure they actually understand and remember what you're teaching. Engagement leads to better knowledge retention, and that's what we're aiming for, right? So let's dive into some amazing StreamAlive features that will jazz up your Zoom session and keep your audience hooked!
Engage with Magic Maps
Let's be honest, the first thing people always want to know is where everyone else is tuning in from, right? Magic Maps is perfect for this. You can ask your attendees, 'Where are you joining us from today?' and watch as their answers populate in real-time on a world map. And since you're talking about fixed income, why not get creative? Ask them about a city they associate with financial markets or the one country they think has the best economic policies. This not only gets them actively involved but sets a global stage for your talk.
Explore Views with Open-Ended Polls
Want to dig a little deeper into your audience's thoughts? Open-Ended Polls allow them to express their opinions or thoughts. Ask them what they think about interest rate predictions or which economic factors they believe most affect fixed income markets. This gives everyone a chance to share their insights and makes your session feel more like a conversation than a lecture.
Capture Opinions with Power Polls
Power Polls are a fantastic way to get instant feedback or opinions on a specific topic. When discussing different fixed income securities, ask your audience which they think is the most relevant in today's market. You can even throw in a quick poll on how confident they feel about their understanding of a particular concept before and after you explain it. This not only boosts interaction but lets you gauge how well your audience is tracking with you.
Energize with Winner Wheel
Now, keeping energy levels high during a session is key. Not everyone is going to be super chatty, and that's where the Winner Wheel comes in. Try using it at different break points in your session - you could randomly pick a question commenter to win a small prize or get them to share a thought on the topic you've covered so far. Or even use it to decide who gets to ask the next question. The thrill of winning keeps everyone attentive and encourages them to participate more.
Visualize Thoughts with Wonder Words
Wonder Words or Word Clouds are great for capturing the essence of attendee thoughts in real-time. Start off by asking them to share one word that comes to mind when they think of fixed income. Or you could ask what they think is the most important factor when analyzing bond markets. These answers will create a visual representation of their thoughts and understandings, making abstract ideas much more tangible. Plus, it's a fun way to keep them engaged throughout the session!
Decide with Choice Circle
Power Polls are a fantastic way to get instant feedback or opinions on a specific topic. When discussing different fixed income securities, ask your audience which they think is the most relevant in today's market. You can even throw in a quick poll on how confident they feel about their understanding of a particular concept before and after you explain it. This not only boosts interaction but lets you gauge how well your audience is tracking with you.